Respected Graduate Admission Committee:

My name is xxxxx. I am currently enrolled in a 4-year degree program in

Computer Science and Engineering at SRM Institute of Science and Technology,
which is considered as one of the most prestigious institutes of India. After
scrutinizing my interests, past pieces of training and final ambition, I have
decided to pursue the Master of Science in Computer Science.

My undergraduate degree provided me with an exposure to a multifaceted

curriculum, thus laying a sound foundation for my plans for graduate studies. I
gained in-depth awareness about concepts in calculus and statistical analysis
through multiple courses in Applied Mathematics. Also, the courses in Data
Structures, Algorithms Design and Analysis, Machine Learning, Artificial
Intelligence(7th semester) and Data Science and Big Data Analytics(7th semester)
introduced me to various techniques for conducting searches, pre-processing
data, as well as using decision tree, neural networks, clustering, classification, and
regression algorithms. In addition, the courses related to database management
helped me gain knowledge about the nuances involved in the storage and
retrieval of copious amounts of data and normalizing it. Particularly significant
was the course in Artificial Intelligence during which I learned how to impart
human-like thinking and decision-making capabilities to artificial agents through
the use of techniques like partial-order planning, best first search, forward and
backward chaining, as well as search techniques like hill climbing, A*, and
simulated annealing. During the tenure of my last six semesters, I gained
expertise in programming with C, C++, Java, Python, R and also actively
participated in coding competitions on CodeChef and Hackerrank platforms.
Having completed courses on Python, R programming, Machine Learning by
Standford University, and specialization in Deep Learning at Coursera, I am
currently pursuing John Hopkins Data Science Specialization to update my
knowledge and learn new skills.

Simultaneously, active participation in a wide range of extracurricular activities

has ensured the all round development of my personality. I have taken part in
cultural activities like group plays and literary activities like Elocution and Debate
competitions.  I also play badminton and cricket as a hobby. I have won many
man of the match awards for my outstanding performance as a bowler. Apart
from this, I handled the role of being the Head Boy of the school, a responsibility
that included acting as the bridge between the students and the administration,
assisting the faculty advisor in their duties, maintaining the discipline and
assisting the students in case of any problems. Due to all-around performance, I
was awarded as the ‘Student of The Year’ in 2014 by Indian Heritage School. Even
in college, I was able to manage fests like Rubaro and other technical fests like
Innovate. This experience brought to the fore my leadership abilities, while also
assisting in honing my social skills.

At this stage, I believe pursuing a Master degree with a focus on Artificial

Intelligence would catalyze my career progress, and the program offered at The
University of British Columbia is perfectly tailored to my needs. I look forward to
gaining a competitive edge by deepening my understanding of various statistical
and analytical techniques and upgrading my technical skills through the well-
structured curriculum. I am excited at the prospect of learning under erudite
faculty like Assistant Professor Siamak Ravanbakhsh, whose numerous projects
and research in the field of Deep Learning and Stochastic Neural Networks has
left me fascinated. Given a chance, I would hope to involve myself in his ongoing
research endeavors. The excellent events and seminars like the LCI Forum would
facilitate my learning pursuits in my fields of interest. I look forward to mutually
benefitting interactions with peers from culturally diverse backgrounds that
would serve to broaden my perspective.

I hope the Admissions Committee recognizes my drive to excel in my academic

and professional undertakings and issues an affirmative response. The honor of
being associated with such an esteemed institution would be an additional
motivation as I move towards the realization of my ambitions.

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